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  • VALENT 25 at Patrick Space Force Base and Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, FL, showcased the vital collaboration between Air Forces Space (AFSPACE), First Air Force, Detachment 3, and NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration. This event served as a validation exercise for the pararescuemen from the 306th Rescue Squadron and aircraft from the Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 26 and Hawaii Air National Guard as they conducted a simulated launch pad abort scenario and ascent abort scenario, reinforcing mission readiness for human spaceflight operations. VALENT 25
    VALENT 25

    VALENT 25 at Patrick Space Force Base and Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, FL, showcased the vital collaboration between Air Forces Space (AFSPACE), First Air Force, Detachment 3, and NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration. This event served as a validation exercise for the pararescuemen from the 306th Rescue Squadron and aircraft from the Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 26 and Hawaii Air National Guard as they conducted a simulated launch pad abort scenario and ascent abort scenario, reinforcing mission readiness for human spaceflight operations.
  • 2025 CONR Commander's Summit 2025 CONR Commander's Summit
    2025 CONR Commander's Summit

    Michael Sparks
  • 2025 CONR Commander's Summit 2025 CONR Commander's Summit
    2025 CONR Commander's Summit

    Michael Sparks
  • 2025 CONR Commander's Summit 2025 CONR Commander's Summit
    2025 CONR Commander's Summit

    Michael Sparks
  • 2025 CONR Commander's Summit 2025 CONR Commander's Summit
    2025 CONR Commander's Summit

    Michael Sparks
  • An F-15 fighter jet from the Florida Air National Guard’s 125th Fighter Wing, Detachment 1, intercepted a simulated Temporary Flight Restriction violator during a demonstration near Homestead Air Reserve Base, Florida, March 26, 2025. The exercise, coordinated with a Civil Air Patrol Cessna, highlighted the importance of TFR compliance and the teamwork and precision of NORAD pilots tasked with protecting North American airspace. NORAD TFR Violation Live-Fly Exercise
    NORAD TFR Violation Live-Fly Exercise

    Michael Sparks
  • An F-15 fighter jet from the Florida Air National Guard’s 125th Fighter Wing, Detachment 1, intercepted a simulated Temporary Flight Restriction violator during a demonstration near Homestead Air Reserve Base, Florida, March 26, 2025. The exercise, coordinated with a Civil Air Patrol Cessna, highlighted the importance of TFR compliance and the teamwork and precision of NORAD pilots tasked with protecting North American airspace. NORAD TFR Violation Live-Fly Exercise
    NORAD TFR Violation Live-Fly Exercise

    Michael Sparks
  • An F-15 fighter jet from the Florida Air National Guard’s 125th Fighter Wing, Detachment 1, intercepted a simulated Temporary Flight Restriction violator during a demonstration near Homestead Air Reserve Base, Florida, March 26, 2025. The exercise, coordinated with a Civil Air Patrol Cessna, highlighted the importance of TFR compliance and the teamwork and precision of NORAD pilots tasked with protecting North American airspace. NORAD TFR Violation Live-Fly Exercise
    NORAD TFR Violation Live-Fly Exercise

    Michael Sparks
  • An F-15 fighter jet from the Florida Air National Guard’s 125th Fighter Wing, Detachment 1, intercepted a simulated Temporary Flight Restriction violator during a demonstration near Homestead Air Reserve Base, Florida, March 26, 2025. The exercise, coordinated with a Civil Air Patrol Cessna, highlighted the importance of TFR compliance and the teamwork and precision of NORAD pilots tasked with protecting North American airspace. NORAD TFR Violation Live-Fly Exercise
    NORAD TFR Violation Live-Fly Exercise

    Michael Sparks
  • It's every pilot's responsibility to check NOTAMs before taking off. The FAA establishes Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) for critical reasons like VIP movements and national security, and NORAD actively monitors our airspace to enforce them. Being unaware of a TFR is not a valid excuse. Fly safe, fly informed – always check NOTAMs. Caught Off Guard - Intercept and NOTAM Importance
    Caught Off Guard - Intercept and NOTAM Importance
  • 1AF DET 3 DIVERS TRAIN FOR ARTEMIS II ENSURING ASTRONAUT SAFETY THROUGH JOINT EFFORTS AND PARTNERSHIPS 1AF DET 3 DIVERS TRAIN FOR ARTEMIS II ENSURING ASTRONAUT SAFETY THROUGH JOINT EFFORTS AND PARTNERSHIPS
    1AF DET 3 DIVERS TRAIN FOR ARTEMIS II ENSURING ASTRONAUT SAFETY THROUGH JOINT EFFORTS AND PARTNERSHIPS

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Heads up, pilots! Flying near Bedminster, NJ? Be sure to check NOTAMs 9021, 9024, 9026, and 9027 before takeoff! Stay safe. Fly informed! https://t.co/Dg7bErO1c7 @NORADCommand @flywithaopa
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PILOTS: A TFR will be active over Bedminster, NJ, this weekend (Aug 1-3). Entering this restricted airspace may result in NORAD fighter jet interceptions. Ignorance is not a defense. Check NOTAMS and avoid violations. https://t.co/CpMN7blUbv @NORADCommand @flywithaopa
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PILOTS: An active TFR is in place over Bedminster, NJ, this weekend (July 11–13). Violating this airspace may result in interception by NORAD fighter jets. Ignorance is not an excuse. Stay alert and avoid restricted airspace. Check NOTAMs 5597–5607: https://t.co/Go7Rfa30Xe

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Maj. Gen. Michael A. Valle, Air National Guard Assistant to the Commander for the Continental United States North American Aerospace Defense Command Region (CONR) and First Air Force (Air Forces Northern & Air Forces Space), administers the oath of enlistment to fifteen new Airmen and Guardians during a ceremony at the Gulf Coast Jams County Music Festival held in Frank Brown Park.

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